As most of you will know, we have been making various mutterings for many months now regarding the need to reorganise the current “TG8” regional talk group structure. To a great extent, this has been a victim of its own success, but it has shortcomings – some of which we have attempted to paper over with the invention and implementation of the “direct dial” talk groups.

With the rapid (and continuing) expansion of the network it is time for a fresh look at what we might do going forwards; this paper is intended to be the cornerstone of an open discussion regarding how the regional talk groups would be best organised . This is NOT a “done deal”, nor a fait accompli. Please feel free to share thoughts and observations and to ask questions…….

This DMR mobile radio offers versatile digital functions and solid loud audio. With its ergonomic design, its easy to operate user menu system and its remarkable build quality, this is the ideal solution for all your DMR needs; whether it is mobile vehicle mounted operation, or for use in the shack.

Excellent voice transmission – Thanks to the simultaneous application of narrow band codecs and digital error correction, the Hytera MD785 offers you an outstanding audio quality in loud environments and in fringe areas of the repeater coverage

Dual mode – The Hytera MD785 features an analogue as well as a digital mode and is compatible with the currently used analogue repeater systems, thereby simplifying your transition into the digital age. This also means you don’t need to have two radios, have analogue and digital all in one.

Improved use of the radio spectrum – Thanks to the TDMA process the MD785 allows an assignment of the available bandwidth with double channel capacity. This results in a clear relief of the increasing spectrum scarcity

Expansion port – Thanks to the built-in expansion port, the MD785 can be expanded by additional functions

Intuitive interface and key guidance – The high-resolution LCD screen offers a clear display, even under difficult light conditions. The large keyboard and ergonomic programmable keys allow this radio to be easily operated.

Hytera UK is a UK registered, wholly-owned subsidiary of Hytera Communications Co Ltd, founded in 2004. Located in Slough, Berkshire, Hytera has been dedicated to distributing analogue, DMR and Tetra radios for over 7 years. From the outset, Hytera UK has been committed to providing outstanding service and support to all partners and dealers. This has led to Hytera becoming one of the top radio providers worldwide.

The Wouxun KG-UV920E is a low cost mobile device for 2m and 70cm with built-in FM radio receiver. The unit has a removable control panel that can be better read by a slight tilt. The Separation cable for the control panel are always included. Also included is a large DTMF microphone.

The frequency range in the transmission side is 144-148 and 430-440MHz and can be expanded up to 138-174 or 400 to 470MHz. In addition, a radio receiver (WFM) from 65-108 MHz with 20 memory channels is included. The transmit power up to 50W on 2m and 40W on 70cm is quite sufficient to reach the next Repeater or colleagues.

Notice: The device can not receive 2 signals simultaneously!

Included in delivery is a large, robust DTMF microphone. Besides the remote functions and DTMF the microphone also has a built-in speaker. The internal device speakers can be turned off and output can redirected through the microphone speaker.

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